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How contract talks between Declan Rice and Arsenal are currently progressing

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Arsenal are fully expecting to secure Declan Rice’s long-term future by agreeing a new contract, despite interest from Real Madrid.

Rice became one of the best players in world football last season and was vital in helping the Gunners win their first Premier League title in 22 years.

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The Gunners are viewing Rice’s contract as one of their most important deals of the summer, with his current contract running until the summer of 2028.

Now, Arsenal look set for very positive news with the 26-year-old’s deal, with an agreement expected to be sorted soon.

Arsenal expected to finalise Declan Rice’s new contract in due course

Arsenal are expected to finalise Declan Rice’s new contract in due course following initial talks, according to Hand of Arsenal.

The North London club have made a deal for the midfielder, one of their key focuses for the summer and are working hard to get it sorted.

The former West Ham United captain has two years left on his deal, and the Gunners will not want a saga to become of their £100 million star’s deal.

But that is very unlikely to be the case, as Arsenal believe a new deal will soon be agreed, as he is believed to be very happy at the Emirates Stadium.

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Real Madrid have expressed an interest in the England international, although their hopes seem to be fading with an agreement over a new deal likely.

Rice will be delighted to know that Arsenal are also set to tie Mikel Arteta down to a new contract, and the pair could achieve special things together again next term.

Jurrien Timber ‘very close’ to signing new Arsenal deal

In addition to Rice and Arteta, Jurrien Timber is now ‘very close’ to signing a new contract with Arsenal, adds the Arsenal insider.

The final details of his deal are now being sorted, and the Dutch international will put pen to paper over a new contract.

Timber is missing the World Cup due to an injury he suffered back in March, but he will be eager to ensure he is fully fit for the start of next season.